About the White-rumped Spinetail
The white-rumped spinetail or white-rumped needletail is a species of swift found in the forests of Bangladesh, India and Nepal. It is often seen over waterbodies in the middle of forest. It can resemble a house swift but has a white vent.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Swifts (Apodidae) |
| Species | Zoonavena sylvatica |
| Species Codes | whrnee1, WRSP |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the White-rumped Spinetail belong to?
The White-rumped Spinetail (Zoonavena sylvatica) belongs to the Swifts family (Apodidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the White-rumped Spinetail?
The white-rumped spinetail or white-rumped needletail is a species of swift found in the forests of Bangladesh, India and Nepal. It is often seen over waterbodies in the middle of forest. It can resemble a house swift but has a white vent....
Where can I report a White-rumped Spinetail sighting?
You can log sightings of White-rumped Spinetail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code whrnee1, or on iNaturalist.
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